Field Engineer Intern: Hands-On Construction

Truebeck Construction, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience in commercial construction

Opportunity to work alongside industry leaders

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Portland, Oregon is seeking a Cost Engineer Intern to assist with detailed project estimates, coordination, and analysis. This role requires pursuing a degree in construction management or civil engineering, along with proficiency in MS Office software and an understanding of industry-specific tools like AutoCAD or Revit. The intern will perform quantity take-offs, manage quotes from subcontractors, and travel to client sites occasionally. This is an amazing opportunity to gain valuable field and project experience in commercial construction.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a four-year degree program in construction management or civil engineering.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software, particularly Word and Excel.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD or Revit is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed scope coordination documents utilizing 2D and 3D documentation.
• Perform quantity take-offs using 2D and 3D software.
• Connect 3D models with estimates directly.
• Request and assemble detailed quotes from subcontractors.
• Coordinate with estimating teams, designers, and owners.
• Analyze historical cost data.
• Travel to various client sites for work approximately 5% of the time.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

Pursuing a four-year degree in construction management

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Project

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

A leading construction firm in Portland, Oregon is seeking a Cost Engineer Intern to assist with detailed project estimates, coordination, and analysis. This role requires pursuing a degree in construction management or civil engineering, along with proficiency in MS Office software and an understanding of industry-specific tools like AutoCAD or Revit. The intern will perform quantity take-offs, manage quotes from subcontractors, and travel to client sites occasionally. This is an amazing opportunity to gain valuable field and project experience in commercial construction.